Custodial Worker (Motor Vehicle Operator) (Seasonal)

U.S. Department of the Interior; Yosemite Lodge (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Job summary

U.S. Department of the Interior is seeking a Custodial Worker (Motor Vehicle Operator) for Yosemite National Park in the Maintenance Division. This seasonal position begins around April 2027, with a maximum of 200 applicants or until 10/26/2026, whichever comes first.

Responsibilities include cleaning, floor care, trash removal, light vehicle transport within the park, and routine maintenance tasks. A valid driver’s license and compliance with federal requirements are required.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national.
• Background investigation required.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and driving record.
• Uniforms are required; a uniform allowance provided.
• Must be at least 18 years old (or 16 with specific conditions) and eligible to operate government vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sanitize, restock and maintain public restrooms.
• Vacuum, dust, and empty trash; handle recycling.
• Scrub, wax, and polish floors with heavy machinery.
• Wash walls and surfaces; clean rugs and carpets with heavy vacuums.
• Move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment as needed.
• Occasionally climb ladders/scaffolds to service lights or walls.

Skills

Operate government vehicles

Valid driver’s license

Uniform compliance

Safety procedures

Tools

Industrial power scrubber

Heavy duty vacuum

Job description

Summary

You will serve as a Custodial Worker (Motor Vehicle Operator) (Seasonal) at Yosemite National Park. This position is part of the Maintenance Division. Expected entry on duty: April 2027 Open to the first 200 applicants or until 10/26/2026 whichever comes first.

Major Duties

• Cleaning, sanitizing, emptying trash, and restocking public restrooms.
• Cleaning, vacuuming, dusting, emptying trash and recyclables.
• Scrubs, strips, waxes and polishes floors using heavy (industrial type) power scrubber and buffer.
• Washes walls using powered wall washing machines and/or by hand.
• Vacuums/cleans rugs, carpets, etc. using heavy vacuum cleaner.
• Adjusts, cleans, and oils these machines and changes brushes, rollers, buffers, and other attachments.
• Moves heavy furniture, supplies, and equipment.
• Occasionally works on ladders and scaffolds to change light bulbs, wash walls, etc.
• Keeps shop areas clean and in order.
• Sweeps and wet mops floor and removes various liquid and solid wastes, spills, etc.
• On a regular and recurring basis operates light duty motor vehicles weighing up to 10,000 pounds (such as pick-up trucks, flatbed trucks, 5-yard dump trucks, etc.) to transport personnel, material, or equipment to work site located in the park.

Education

There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage System (FWS) positions.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Appointment subject to background investigation and favorable adjudication. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. Direct Deposit participation required. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more, visit www.dhs.gov/EVerify/. You will be required to operate a government (or private) motor vehicle as part of your official duties; a valid driver's license is required. You will be required to submit a Motor Vehicle Operator's License and Driving Record. You must also submit (within a State sealed envelope or submitted directly by the State authorities), and at your own expense, all certified driving records from all States that disclose all valid driver's licenses, whether current or past, possessed by you. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license throughout employment. You are required to wear a uniform and comply with the uniform standards. A uniform allowance will be provided. You must be at least (1)18 years old or (2) at least 16 years old and: (a) Have graduated from high school or been awarded a certificate equivalent to graduating from high school; or (b) Have completed a formal vocational training program; or (c) Have received a statement from school authorities agreeing with their preference for employment rather than continuing their education; or (d) Be currently enrolled in a secondary school and either work only during school vacation periods or work part-time during the school year under a formal student employment program. You must be at least 18 years of age or older to operate government vehicles.

Evaluations

These positions are restricted to veterans preference eligibles as long as preference eligibles are available. Applications will be accepted from non-preference eligibles; however, they will be considered only if no veterans preference eligibles are available. You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. A review of your resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If your resume is incomplete or does not support the responses provided in the Assessment Questionnaire, or if you fail to submit all required documentation, you will be rated 'ineligible', 'not qualified', or your score will be adjusted accordingly. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experience, you can lose consideration for this position. Your resume must not exceed 2 pages. Only the document submitted as the "Resume" under the Documents section will be used to determine your qualifications/eligibility and for rating purposes. In the event you submit more than one resume, only the latest submission will be reviewed. Candidates will be rated and ranked using Category Rating procedures. These procedures place candidates with veteran's preference above non-preference eligibles within each category. Veterans with a service-connected disability of at least 10 percent are listed in the highest quality category. Under Category Rating, candidates will be rated and ranked into the following categories: Best Qualified - applicants possessing experience that substantially exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are highly proficient in all requirements of the job and can perform effectively in the position Well Qualified - applicants possessing experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in most of the requirements of the job Qualified - applicants possessing experience that meets the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors and are proficient in some, but not all of the requirements of the job You will be evaluated on the following competencies and/or job elements: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (SCREEN OUT) Ability to Drive Safely (Motor Vehicles) Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (other than blueprints) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Dexterity and Safety Work Practices (including keeping things neat, clean, and in order) Current or former displaced Federal employees who are surplus, displaced, or involuntarily separated have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). To be considered under CTAP/ICTAP, you must be well-qualified, score at least 85 (i.e., meet the minimum qualification requirements, including any selective placement factors; education, and experience requirements), and be able to perform the duties of the position upon entry. Veterans' preference will be based solely on the claimed preference. Your eligibility will not be changed based on the documentation provided. If you are uncertain which preference to claim, you can learn more by visiting the VetGuide.

What to Expect Next

Please refer to your USAJOBS account for application status; the Human Resources Office cannot respond to individual status inquiries. Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. You can find your path with the Department of Interior at https://careers.doi.gov/. Any exaggeration of your experience, false statements, or attempt to conceal information may disqualify you for employment consideration. We may verify all information you provide in your resume and questionnaire responses, through reference and/or background checks, and/or verification of your education. If you are selected, you will be contacted personally by the Human Resources Office posting this announcement. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Providing false or misleading information on your resume or supporting documentation may result in removal from consideration or other action consistent with applicable federal hiring regulations. Applicants who include vulgar, offensive, or inappropriate language or information in your application package will be ineligible for further consideration for this position. Applicants will get a response from this announcement by approximately January 2027.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 10/26/2026 unless otherwise stated in this vacancy announcement: Resume which includes a list of all significant jobs held and duties performed. If military or civilian, please include your rank and/or grade. Resumes must not exceed two single-sided pages and resumes longer than two pages will not be accepted. The minimum font size is 10-point for all body text. All resumes must maintain a minimum 0.5-inch margins on all sides to ensure readability and prevent excessive content compression. Including supplemental pages or attachments disguised as resume extensions are prohibited and will not be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. Your 2-page resume must contain information sufficient to make a valid determination that you fully meet the qualification requirements. More information on how to write a Federal Resume: https://help.usajobs.gov/faq/application/documents/resume/what-to-include Complete Required Assessment(s). Veterans Preference Documentation, if applicable. Veterans must submit a copy of your latest Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, DD-214 (member 4 copy) or other Documentation of Service and Separation under Honorable Conditions, as listed on the SF15. If you are a Disabled Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient